After years of development, our country has gradually become a world-class newcarAnd parts manufacturing center. The requirements of high standards, high quality and high efficiency put forward by the automobile manufacturing industry have posed higher challenges to the automobile manufacturing industry, and the demand for advanced automation equipment has become increasingly prominent. The auto parts industry is paying close attention to the auto industry, using robotics as a means to improve quality and production flexibility to meet the needs of users.
GGII data shows that in 2017, the number of industrial robots purchased by the Chinese automobile industry was 352,000 units, and the number of industrial robots purchased by auto parts was 1 million units. There is a big gap between this data and the global proportion, and there is still much room for improvement.
This car has a lot of plastic parts, including the interiorAccessories(Such as dashboard) and external accessories (such asbumperDoor handles and spoilers). In the production of these parts, robots are used for cutting, cleaning, water cutting, assembly (including gluing and welding), and injection molding machines.
Metalworking applications include the production of body parts and other large workpieces, such as exhaust systems. For body parts, such as suspension systems, robotic applications include pressure feeding and unloading, spot welding and arc welding. Arc welding is the main application field of robots in the manufacture of exhaust systems.Used for the assembly of various parts of the exhaust system, such asexhaust pipe, Flange, mounting bracket,Muffler, Catalytic converter, etc.
In addition, the arc welding of auto parts is mainly done at the parts supplier, not at the assembly plant. Many mechanical parts can be assembled together to become the power part of the car. These robotic applications include machine tool loading and unloading, grinding, deburring and other metal polishing applications. Similarly, lamps, air-conditioning units, electronic equipment and other internal parts of the car are also assembled and tested by various robots.
Auto parts manufacturing automation production line realizes the delivery of auto parts through effective integration of equipment optimization design and system integration, information monitoring and traceability data management, and assembly system optimization control. -Line fault diagnosis, precise positioning, force and position hybrid servo control in automatic assembly, etc. Automatic or semi-automatic operation of grasping, handling, riveting, assembly, fastening, stamping, spraying, coding, dynamic testing, online management and other processes. Improve production efficiency and product quality.
Earlier, "American Automotive News" announcedTop 100 supporting suppliers in the auto parts industry in 2018. According to statistics, the total revenue of the top ten suppliers in 2017 reached 315.44 billion U.S. dollars, an increase of about 8% over 2016. Although the increase is not large, it is also considerable. Bosch and Electric are the only suppliers with more than 40 billion U.S. dollars in revenue.
What are the capabilities of these ten auto parts giants? Let's look at the following:
1 Bosch (Robert Bosch)
Country: Germany
Main business:brake, Electronic systems, etc.
Supplier:The masses,BMWWait
Founded in 1886, Bosch has a history of more than 130 years of development. At the beginning of its establishment, Bosch was positioned as a "precision machinery and electrical engineering factory". Its first patent was high-voltage electromagneticIgnition system, This invention makes fast-runningGasoline engineIt became possible, and Bosch officially embarked on the glorious path of a well-known multinational company.
As the world’s largest auto parts company, its business scope covers brake systems, various car filters, diesel injection systems, lighting products, car batteries,starter,Power generationMachine, transmission belt, horn,Spark plug, Wipers,Oxygen sensor, Fuel pump,Ignition coil, AirFlowmeter, Windshield wipers, trip computer, car diagnostic system, etc.
Among them, the most commendable is ESP, which has almost become synonymous with body electronic stability system, and is used in Audi, Volkswagen, Suzuki, Fiat, Chrysler,BenzIt is said that Bosch relied on this patent to achieve sales of 5 billion yuan in China last year on models of brands such as, Peugeot, Citroen, and Ford (domestic).
2 Denso (DENSO)
Country: Japan
Main business: electronic systems, air conditioners, spark plugs, ignition coils
Suppliers: Toyota, Ford, GM, etc.
Established in 1949, Denso originated from Toyota Motor’s "Electrical Components" division, and was spun off from Toyota Motor after World War II. In order to continue to provide electrified parts to Toyota Motor by the separated employees, on December 16, 1949, Denso Corporation, which inherited the original Toyota Motor Parts Division, was established.
After its establishment, Denso began to produce starters, ignition coils, distributors, voltage stabilizers,Radiator, Oil cooler, oil filter, horn,Generator,WiperAnd car heater. After these parts were produced, most of them were purchased by the "old owner" Toyota.
Today, Denso has become the number one supplier of auto parts in Japan, and its business involvesCar Air ConditionerEquipment and heating systems, electronic automation and electronic control products, fuel management systems, radiators, spark plugs, combination meters, filters, industrial robots, telecommunications products, and information processing equipment. Denso ranks first in the world with 21 products.
3 Magna (Magna International)
Country: Canada
Main business: interior,Seat, Chassis
Suppliers: Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Jaguar, Porsche, etc.
In 1957, Frank Stronach created a stamping workshop called Multimatic, a company with only 10 employees in the first year, which was the predecessor of Magna International Group.
Multimatic. The company signed a contract with General Motors Group for automotive sun visor brackets, which also marked its official entry into the automotive industry. Multimatic merged with Magna Electronics in 1969, and was renamed Magna International in 1973.
Magna is a supplier of auto parts with the most diversified business categories, including interior systems, exterior systems, seat systems, andLockFor the design, engineering development, testing and manufacturing of systems, mirroring systems, electronic systems, metal body and chassis systems, convertible roof systems and powertrain systems, as well as vehicle design and assembly, Magna can completely use its own parts It can basically save a car, which is a breadth that many first-tier car companies can't do.
4 Continental Group (Continental AG)
Country: Germany
Main business:tire,sensor, Brakes, gauges
Suppliers: Audi, BMW, Daimler, Ford, etc.
The Continental Group, which was founded in 1871, used the rubber industry andtireWhen it started, Continental tires have almost become synonymous. After a century of development, Continental’s business has extended to the automotive industry, including brake calipers, in-vehicle intelligent communication systems,Car instrument, Fuel supply system, electronicsBraking System, Brake booster,engineInjection system, electronic body stabilization program, etc.
KangdiTekThe company is a global market leader in automotive interior coating materials, conveyor belts and rail vehicle air springs.Following the acquisition of Continental GroupSiemensAfter VDO, the automotive electronics under it——Driving recorder,sensorAnd control systems have become the company’s important products, and are currently the world's largest sales volume.
5 ZF (ZFFriedrichshafen)
Country: Germany
Main business:transmission
Suppliers: BMW, Jaguar, Land Rover, FCA, etc.
In 1915, "Zahnradfabrik GmbH" was established. At the beginning, the company's main business was to provide transmission components and gear products for Zeppelin and other aircraft.By the end of the 1910s, ZF’s first passenger carGearboxCome out, this is the famous Soden (Sorden) gearbox. Since then, ZF has continued to invest in the development and production of gearbox products.
Since its development, Zeev’s automotive business covers dynamic transmissions, manual transmissions, chassis parts,Shock absorber, Electronic suppression system, hydraulic torque converter,DifferentialEtc.Zeev in automotive powerTransmission systemAnd chassis technology is in a leading position in the world. The ZF 8-speed automatic transmission developed by it is the world's earliest 8-speed transmission. In 2015, ZF became the world's auto parts giant by completing the acquisition of TRW.
6Aisin Seiki (Aisin Seiki)
Country: Japan
Main business: gearbox
Supplier: Toyota,Mazda, BMW, etc.
Aisin was established in 1969 as a joint venture between Aisin and BorgWarner. It is a subsidiary of Aisin Seiki Co., Ltd. The Toyota Group owns 22.2% of Aisin Seiki and is also the largest customer of Aisin Seiki.
Currently, Aisin is an automotive retailerAccessories, Car warranty equipment,HardwareAbout 95% of sales are from auto parts for import and export trading companies of products such as, machinery and equipment, and power tools. The business scope includes variable timing valve systems, oil pumps,Water pump, Engine front module, drive plate, manual automatic transmission, ATRotating speedSensors, manual electric seat adjusters, etc.
7Hyundai Mobis
Country: South Korea
Main business: gearbox, brake, chassis
Suppliers: Hyundai Kia, Chrysler, BMW, Volkswagen, Subaru, etc.
Mobis, founded in 1977, is a wholly-owned subsidiary of South Korea's Hyundai Kia Group. Three years after its establishment, it became the world's largest container manufacturer. At the end of 1999, the new chassis was officially put into production and supplied to Hyundai Motor. Since then, the company has reborn as a professional auto parts company.
Mobis is involved in the business of auto parts products other than tires, glass and body-in-white. Currently, Hyundai's 6AT gearbox and dual-clutch gearbox are the works of Mobis.
8 Lear Group (Lear)
Country: United States
Main business: electronic systems, seats
Suppliers: Ford, General Motors, BMW, Daimler, etc.
Founded in 1917, Lear is also one of the fastest growing companies in the United States in the past decade.Named by Fortune MagazineAuto parts"The most popular company in America" in the industry.
Lear is committed to the design, manufacture and integration of car seat systems, instrument panels, door panels, roof awning systems, car carpets and audio systems, electronic and power distribution systems, etc. It has more than 300 branches in 33 countries around the world, including six global technology research and development centers. It has established 280 assembly plants in 34 countries and employs more than 110,000 people.
9Valeo Group (Valeo)
Country: France
Main business: driving assistance system, thermal management system
Suppliers: BMW, Honda, Ford, Mercedes, etc.
Founded in 1923, Valeo Group (Latin means "I am fine"), initially dedicated to productionBrake padsandClutch plateFactory. At present, Valeo's business involves comfort and driving assistance systems, powertrain systems, power thermal management systems, automotive lighting, wipers, automotive air conditioning, etc. It has unique experience and technical advantages in automotive powertrain, energy saving and emission reduction, and electronic new energy.
10 Faurecia Group (FAURECIA)
Country: France
Main business: seat, emission control system
Suppliers: Peugeot, Citroen, Volkswagen, etc.
Virginia Group was established in 1997, is a collection of spring carsSeat cushion, Peugeot affiliates, car seat, front-end and in-house manufacturers in one company, and ECIA, the European market leader in emission systems.
Today, Virginia has 290 factories and 30 R&D centers in 35 countries. As an auto parts company under the Peugeot Citroen Group, a quarter of the cars use parts made in Virginia. The current business is mainly concentrated in four major automotive products: seat systems, emission control technology systems, in-vehicle systems and out-of-vehicle systems. Its car seat technology and emission control technology are at the world's leading level.
It can be found that these global auto parts industry leaders have some common characteristics:
1. We have our own core patented products, and have strong product development and iteration capabilities in exclusive areas.
2. The second step. Continuous in-depth development in the depth and breadth of the product line, such as the coverage of Magna series of auto parts, Bosch Electric from auto parts to Industry 4.0, industrial robot development and new energy product development.
3. Supply chain cooperation has a good relationship with the coordinated development of automobile factories in various countries.
In this context, in order to further understand the development trend of the auto parts industry and the urgent needs of enterprises for automation upgrading and transformation, grasp the latest development of domestic auto parts enterprises, and analyze their product layout and industrial layout. And assist high-quality suppliers and auto parts companies in the introduction of technology integration supply chain.
